Moving can be hard. Packing up your whole life in a day or two comes with its fair share of bumps, bruises, and "Ow! My back!" Packing up boxes is the easy part, but when you are staring down your 250 pound fridge, you may start rethinking this whole...
When you think of moving, you probably think of hard work, long days and sore muscles. But a moving day isn't just any other day. It is special because it symbolizes the end of one phase in your life and the beginning of another. For one U-Haul customer, it was day...
You planned your move, rented your trailer and now it's time to pack! Looking at all your belongings and trying to fit them into a trailer can seem overwhelming, but with a little preparation, your job will be done in no time! Although you may just want to throw...
Loading the moving truck and unpacking the boxes both require a lot of your energy, so you can't forget to eat. But, I understand the day is hectic and you don't always have time for a proper meal. This is why you should set aside some time for a quick microwaveable...
As a moving product expert, I get to help people choose the right products and services, often when they don't even know they exist! I was recently invited to appear on Lifetime network's show, "Designing Spaces," as they were helping a couple...
By this time of the year most college students have finished unpacking the last of the boxes and started to attend class. This is also the time of the year when students without cars begin to realize getting around campus on a bike or skateboard won't always cut it....
Welcome back to Reuse at U-Haul. If you have not read the first article in the series you can find it here: Take A Box, Leave A Box. In the first blog we talked about reusing boxes through the Take A Box Leave A Box program. Of course when packing or unpacking those...
Packing tape? Check. Boxes? Check. Band-aids for the cut you got lifting the dresser? ...Check? Before you begin to pack up your moving truck or vehicle for your move, don't forget to bring an emergency moving kit as injuries can occur. Here's a list of some...
Growing businesses can often overlook simple issues like how to ship or store items in a convenient and cost-effective way. Whether you are mailing products to customers, relocating employees or storing items, finding the right products and services at...
It's moving day and you are just about ready to head out and start a life in your new home. Before you go, the moving truck will need to be loaded. This may seem simple enough, but there is actually a method to loading a moving truck. This method will ensure your...
In the midst of moving, people often forget that there is an adjustment period when you arrive at your new home. This period can last a couple days to a couple weeks. Many people don't unpack all of their belongings the first day they move in. Some leave...
It's that time of year again: back to school! If you're looking for a more direct method of getting your stuff to campus, a ship to school service may be a great option when moving to college. Collegeboxes provides boxes, supplies, pickup, storage, delivery,...